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In the Sky

A few minutes after sunset, look for a blue-gray band of color just above the eastern horizon, with pink above it. The dark band is Earth’s shadow. As Earth turns on its axis, the shadow will engulf you as the daytime sky gives way to night.

Moon Phases

Last May 7, 9:09 pm

New May 15, 6:48 am

First May 21, 10:49 pm

Full May 29, 9:20 pm

Times are U.S. Central Time.

Apogee May 5

Perigee May 17

The full Moon of May is know as the Milk Moon, Flower Moon or Corn Moon.

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StarDate is the public education and outreach arm of the University of Texas McDonald Observatory. Our radio program airs daily on almost 300 stations. And our popular bimonthly astronomy magazine is the perfect skywatching companion for anyone interested in astronomical events and space exploration. We also offer astronomy resources to teachers, the media, and the public.